Retaining steering wheel controls w/ aftermarket steering wheel on +17 BRZ/86 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

DDavid · 03-16-2020, 02:17 PM

First time starting a thread, so forgive me if im missing anything or misplacing any info..

Anyways, i tried searching but to my surprise, have not found the topic discussed yet:

Is there an option to relocate the factory steering wheel buttons on the +17 BRZ/86's to a panel or an adapter plate to the column to keep the functionality of the cluster menus & displays?

The option to run an a lighter aftermarket steering wheel while still retaining access to the cluster menus is really appealing and would like to hear peoples thoughts on this.

SuperTom · 03-16-2020, 02:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DDavid

First time starting a thread, so forgive me if im missing anything or misplacing any info..

Anyways, i tried searching but to my surprise, have not found the topic discussed yet:

Is there an option to relocate the factory steering wheel buttons on the +17 BRZ/86's to a panel or an adapter plate to the column to keep the functionality of the cluster menus & displays?

The option to run an a lighter aftermarket steering wheel while still retaining access to the cluster menus is really appealing and would like to hear peoples thoughts on this.

Are you just looking to go lighter?

The airbag and metal piece gutted on the stock wheel comes out to exactly the same weight as an aftermarket wheel with adapter. Easier to sneak through inspection and you get to keep all the buttons. Trust me I know

DDavid · 03-16-2020, 02:43 PM

I was hoping an aftermarket wheel (such as the Renown wheels that ive been looking at) would offer some weight savings and have a better feel with gloves since the wheel would be alcantara.

since you claim that the weight savings would be close to negligible, i guess it would just be down to being picky with how the wheel feels/looks in the car.

Mr.ac · 03-16-2020, 04:16 PM

Light weight steering wheel LOL!
Yeah, there are other places to look at to save weight.

STI-ish · 03-17-2020, 07:00 PM

check out:
https://www.geraldjustprojects.com/p...r-kit-4-screw/

You can keep your cluster navigation but would not retain your radio controls. Works like a charm. I have it installed as I upgraded my cluster to the 17+ on my 2013 BRZ.

This thread may provide further information:
http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=129867

beltax90 · 03-17-2020, 07:23 PM

.

might only save you 4 or 5 lbs but that does all add up. dont need to be mean about it

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showp...47&postcount=2

about 200 bux from rhdjapan:

https://www.rhdjapan.com/works-bell-...t-zc6-zn6.html

DDavid · 03-18-2020, 01:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by STI-ish

check out:
https://www.geraldjustprojects.com/p...r-kit-4-screw/

You can keep your cluster navigation but would not retain your radio controls. Works like a charm. I have it installed as I upgraded my cluster to the 17+ on my 2013 BRZ.

This thread may provide further information:
http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=129867

I can be happy sacrificing the radio controls on the wheel, besides, I can still control everything on the unit itself.

As for that retrofit cluster kit, this is exactly what i was hoping to come across. something non intrusive and utilizes available space in factory locations. thank you so much for linking me to it!

DDavid · 03-18-2020, 01:53 PM

beltax90,
definitely an option for those who may not want to deal with repining wires. i guess i didnt realize how bulky that set up would look like while keeping all of the factory tucked behind the wheel.

thank you!

Han · 04-22-2021, 05:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by STI-ish

check out:
https://www.geraldjustprojects.com/p...r-kit-4-screw/

You can keep your cluster navigation but would not retain your radio controls. Works like a charm. I have it installed as I upgraded my cluster to the 17+ on my 2013 BRZ.

This thread may provide further information:
http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=129867

This is exactly what I want too, thank you so much .

And I would like some DIY on it .

03-16-2020, 02:17 PM	#1
DDavid Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Drives: 2018 Subaru BRZ Location: Sterling Heights, MI Posts: 6 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Retaining steering wheel controls w/ aftermarket steering wheel on +17 BRZ/86 First time starting a thread, so forgive me if im missing anything or misplacing any info.. Anyways, i tried searching but to my surprise, have not found the topic discussed yet: Is there an option to relocate the factory steering wheel buttons on the +17 BRZ/86's to a panel or an adapter plate to the column to keep the functionality of the cluster menus & displays? The option to run an a lighter aftermarket steering wheel while still retaining access to the cluster menus is really appealing and would like to hear peoples thoughts on this.

03-16-2020, 04:16 PM	#4
Mr.ac [insert cool phrase here] Join Date: Aug 2015 Drives: BRZ Premium Location: Central Coast CA Posts: 2,369 Thanks: 709 Thanked 1,558 Times in 930 Posts Mentioned: 30 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Light weight steering wheel LOL! Yeah, there are other places to look at to save weight. __________________ New daily driver - Subaru BRZ Premium Weekend fun/track car - '91 MR2 Turbo Gen3 Old daily driver - '88 MR2 Supercharged

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beltax90 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Drives: 2010 corolla Location: california Posts: 1,404 Thanks: 1,520 Thanked 1,798 Times in 780 Posts Mentioned: 7 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	. might only save you 4 or 5 lbs but that does all add up. dont need to be mean about it http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showp...47&postcount=2 about 200 bux from rhdjapan: https://www.rhdjapan.com/works-bell-...t-zc6-zn6.html Attached Images Last edited by beltax90; 03-17-2020 at 07:42 PM.

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03-16-2020, 02:43 PM	#3
DDavid Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Drives: 2018 Subaru BRZ Location: Sterling Heights, MI Posts: 6 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I was hoping an aftermarket wheel (such as the Renown wheels that ive been looking at) would offer some weight savings and have a better feel with gloves since the wheel would be alcantara. since you claim that the weight savings would be close to negligible, i guess it would just be down to being picky with how the wheel feels/looks in the car.

03-17-2020, 07:00 PM	#5
STI-ish Member Join Date: May 2014 Drives: 13 BRZ Sport Tech Turbo Location: London, ON Posts: 46 Thanks: 12 Thanked 10 Times in 9 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	check out: https://www.geraldjustprojects.com/p...r-kit-4-screw/ You can keep your cluster navigation but would not retain your radio controls. Works like a charm. I have it installed as I upgraded my cluster to the 17+ on my 2013 BRZ. This thread may provide further information: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=129867

03-18-2020, 01:53 PM	#8
DDavid Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Drives: 2018 Subaru BRZ Location: Sterling Heights, MI Posts: 6 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	beltax90, definitely an option for those who may not want to deal with repining wires. i guess i didnt realize how bulky that set up would look like while keeping all of the factory tucked behind the wheel. thank you!

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